Schizophrenia is a mental disorder that makes it difficult to tell the difference between real and unreal experiences, to think logically, to have normal emotional responses, and to behave normally in social situations.
Schizophrenia is a complex illness. Even experts in the field are not sure what causes it.
Genetic factors appear to play a role. People who have family members with schizophrenia may be more likely to get the illness themselves.
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Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Schizophrenia
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Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Schizophrenia
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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